26   In what form must a contributions plan be prepared?

(cf clause 25 of EP&A Regulation 1994)

(1)  A contributions plan must be prepared having regard to any relevant practice notes adopted for the time being by the Director-General, copies of which are available for inspection and purchase from the offices of the Department.

(2)  One or more contributions plans may be made for all or any part of the council’s area and in relation to one or more public amenities or public services.

(3)  The council must not approve a contributions plan that is inconsistent with any direction given to it under section 94E of the Act.

(4)  A draft contributions plan must be publicly exhibited for a period of at least 28 days.